As a 2nd year student I manage my money pretty well but I still get quite a few problems when I’m not firm with myself of whether I really need something or when I decide to splash out. Here’s my list of how I manage to save money at university despite these slight setbacks: I … View Post
Having a job while at university – essential or detrimental?
There’s been countless debates about whether or not having a part time job is helpful or a hinderance while you’re at university. I’m personally firmly in the a part time job is a positive thing for students camp! One of the main reasons is money. If you actually need money because your loan isn’t covering … View Post
University Room Tour
Okay so as any one who follows me on twitter knows, I’ve moved into a studio flat for my 2nd year at uni and so I thought I’d give a little tour of my own place. As I’m a 2nd year student I got a place in privately owned accommodation rather than university owned and … View Post
My New (University) Year Resolutions
Although I did academically well in my first year I look back on somethings and wish I’d done them differently. I created ‘new years’ resolutions for university so that I can look back and see what I’ve achieved. Look for, apply for and get a placement for my 3rd year of university. – I applied for the 4 … View Post
What I’m Looking Forward to in My 2nd Year
After my 1st year of university flying by – which I’m still in shock about by the way – I’m starting my 2nd year at the end of September and I’m super excited. Mostly because binge watching Netflix gets slightly underwhelming after a couple of guilt free weeks and also because I live in Newcastle … View Post
What You Actually Need for University – By a Student for Students
There’s a lot of lists of what you need to have while at University, and while some of these are fairly accurate I thought maybe hearing from an actual student might be better. As I’m a Marketing student I definitely need less things while learning than some, an example is any art-based course but I … View Post